With the first phase of the men’s futsal league nearing its conclusion, attention turned to the women’s competition, where three decisive fixtures resulted in three teams securing qualification for the play offs.
Luxol Sports Club Futsal Argus claimed a comprehensive 6-1 derby victory over St Andrew’s Futsal in the opening match of the round. Ruth Steer played a key role in the win, scoring three goals to lead her side to an important result.
Zero Sei Futsal continued their strong run at the top of the table with a convincing 9-1 win against Parr Mela Rockets Futsal. The result allowed Zero Sei to retain first place as the league approaches the final stages of the opening phase. St George’s Futsal also remained firmly in the title race after recording a 3-1 victory over Swieqi United Futsal LEC07.
Following these results, Zero Sei Futsal lead the women’s futsal standings with 22 points. St George’s Futsal sit second on 17 points, while Luxol Sports Club Futsal Argus hold third place on 16 points. The final play off position remains open and will be decided in the remaining rounds, with Swieqi United Futsal LEC07 on seven points, Parr Mela Rockets Futsal on four points and St Andrew’s Futsal on three points all still in contention.
In the men’s futsal league, the final match before the competition splits into its next phase saw Luxol St Andrew’s Futsal produce a dominant 14-2 win over Sliema Futsal Fort Fitness. Luke Gatt was the standout performer, scoring five goals during the match.
Ahead of the next stage of the season, the Premier Futsal League will feature Gżira Birżebbuġa St Peter’s Futsal, Luxol St Andrew’s Futsal, Marsaskala Futsal Legends, University of Malta Futsal and Żejtun Corinthians Futsal WA. The Challenger Futsal League will include Futsal Selection Under 17, Futsal Selection Under 19, Santa Venera Lightnings Futsal and Sliema Futsal Fort Fitness.
